Apr 28, 2011

Complete style makeovers now have a shiny new home in the Bellevue Pacific Center building where Rosaline Hampton and her team of award-winning stylists recently put the finishing touches on a brand-new location! Imported Italian furniture and crystal chandeliers compliment the custom designed Porsche stylist stations and luxurious color bar.

The new “Glam Rock” salon also features the full line of Davines haircare products and a beauty bar stocked with Senna Cosmetics. “We are so excited to be here in Bellevue and look forward to providing a one-of-a-kind experience to those who want a fresh take on fabulous,” says Rosaline Hampton. Guests will feel completely pampered in the beautiful and inspirational space that is designed to be completely client-focused and rejuvenating.

Rosaline Hampton helps clients revitalize their personal style through hair, make-up and wardrobe styling. Hair services include blowouts (starting at $35), cut, color, hair extensions and styling. The diverse team also specializes in ethnic hair of all types. Visit the beauty bar for make-up application and lessons, brow shaping, lash application, and custom designed foundation to perfectly compliment any skin tone and texture. Styling services include wardrobe consulting, personal shopping, runway styling, special events and photo shoots. Rosaline Hampton and team also go on location for fashion shoots, bridal styling, fitness shows, runway events and film sets.

A Grand Opening party will be held Saturday, May 14th at 6pm featuring a fashion show to celebrate each stylist’s signature look. Champagne and light refreshments will be served. A second showing of the fashion show and salon tour will be held at 8pm. To RSVP email info@rosalinehampton.com or RSVP via Facebook.

About Rosaline Hampton & Team

Rosaline Hampton helps clients achieve the perfect beauty trifecta of hair, make-up and styling. She was featured in Allure Magazine’s January 2011 issue and recognized as a “Top Make-Up Expert” and voted as the “Best Stylist” in the 2010 Seattle Magazine ‘Best Of’ Readers Choice Awards. Rosaline has traveled the globe styling photo shoots and doing hair, make-up and wardrobe styling for celebrity clients. Rosaline has even styled photo shoots for America’s Next Top Model. She loves helping clients achieve the “It” factor.

Stylist Danielle Nyondo (aka Dani) has extensive training in cutting, coloring, extensions, ethnic hair design and isn’t intimidated by any hair type. She has received advanced training doing cut, color, styling, and make-up all over the country including California, New York and Atlanta. Dani has worked with her fair share of celebrities including pro-athletes and hip-hop artists and is certified with Hair Dreams Extensions and Keratin Smoothing Treatments.

Stylist Jean Mitsuko began developing her artistic eye through painting classes in high school. She later explored the world of beauty and fashion through sketch work and tattoo designs. Jean launched her career at The Sassoon Academy in Santa Monica and specializes in cut and color. Jean completed her apprenticeship at the infamous Juan Juan salon in Brentwood, CA and privately trained under top extension specialist Kate Hutsler using the Hairlocs method, which she later became certified in.

Apr 26, 2011

Tim Gunn is coming to Bellevue Square on Saturday, May 7th for a Lucky Brand Jeans Spring fashion show! Shoppers who make a purchase of $100 or more between May 1st - May 7th from Lucky Brand will get to meet Tim Gunn and be professionally photographed with the fashion expert! Guests will also receive a personalized and signed copy of his latest book Gunn's Golden Rules: Life's Little Lessons for Making It Work.

Apr 25, 2011

DJ Mullet will make his return at the semi-annual Queen Anne Dispatch Friends & Family sale taking place Friday, May 6th. Guests will save 20% off all purchases and get treated to complimentary sips and snacks. Now is the time to stock up on summer sandals, dresses, jewelry, beauty products and more! And let's not forget-Mother's Day is May 8th, so why not save 20% on the perfect gift? Happy Shopping!

What: Queen Anne Dispatch Friends & Family Sale

When: Friday, May 6th from 6-10pm

Where: Queen Anne Dispatch 2212 Queen Anne Ave. N. Seattle, WA 98109

Why: 20% off all your favorite brands including Suzabelle, French Connection, Mavi, and more!

Apr 19, 2011

The Semi-Annual Blackbird Warehouse sale is back April 21st and 22nd! Normally limited to just one day the sale has now been expanded into two. This is the sale where additional markdowns are taken on items already on clearance , plus a few surprise sale items and deals on year-round basics. Shoppers can expect savings of 50% to 80% off most items. This is a do-not-miss sale! Doors open at 8am and early risers will receive prizes and extra deals!

Blackbird

5410 22nd Avenue Northwest

Seattle, WA 98107

* This sale is taking place in-store only. An online warehouse sale will be announced soon! Stay tuned for details.

Apr 18, 2011

Help La Ree make room for new merchandise by stopping by for their annual clearance sale. Shop Saturday, April 30th from 10am-6pm or Sunday, May 1st from 12-5pm for can't miss deals you'd be crazy to pass up! Arrive early and receive a special gift with purchase! Follow La Ree on Twitter @lareeboutique.

Apr 15, 2011

This Saturday, April 16th the West Seattle Junction is hosting a tax-free shopping day to help ease the bite from Mr. Taxman. Shoppers will save 9.5% when merchants pay their sales tax. 37 merchants in the West Seattle Junction neighborhood will be sporting a red balloon outside their business alerting customers that they’re offering all-day tax-free shopping, as well as deep discounts on a wide range of goods and services. Sweetie is serving up sweet mimosas and offering a special gift with purchase for customers who spend over $100. You'll also want to stop by Clementine Shoes for a special trunk show by jewelry designer Joanna Morgan! Click here for more info.

Apr 14, 2011

If you've ever leafed through the Sunday style section of the NY Times you've inevitably seen the "On The Street" photos by Bill Cunningham. For decades Bill has been obsessively photographing and chronicling fashion trends and high society charity soirées for the Times Style section in his columns “On the Street” and “Evening Hours.” Documenting uptown fixtures, downtown eccentrics and everyone in between, Cunningham’s enormous body of work is more reliable than any catwalk as an expression of time, place and individual flair. In turn, Bill Cunningham New Yorkis a delicate, funny and often poignant portrait of a dedicated artist whose only wealth is his own humanity and unassuming grace. The film hits Portland starting this Friday the 15th at the Living Room theater and will make it's way up to a Landmark Theater on April 29th. Get the latest movie updates on Twitter @BCNYthemovie.

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Apr 13, 2011

The Interior Design Coalition of Washington (IDCW) presents PRODUCT RUNWAY! Following two sold-out trips down the runway, the competition returns on June 3rd as interior designers and architects flaunt their creativity and technical skills by producing couture fashion constructed out of interior finish materials. Lift a glass and marvel at garments of carpet or ceramic tile that look like anything but! Part runway fashion show, part theatrical production and part indulgence for guests, PRODUCT RUNWAY promises to be the event of the year and a show case for the Puget Sound design community. Tickets range from $46 for general admission to $101 for VIP. Click here to get your tickets now. For the latest news, follow Product Runway on Twitter @productrunway.

Apr 12, 2011

Nichole Ferrara of Faith Connexion will be at David Lawrence on Friday, April 15th from 6:30-8:30pm to showcase the latest trends from their Spring '11 line. There will be a special gift with purchase and 20% off all Faith Connexion merchandise during the event. Prosecco, Trophy cupcakes, and gorgeous models will be served. Email David@david-lawrence or call 425.688.1669 to RSVP. Follow DL on Twitter @davidlawrenceco.

Apr 11, 2011

Via Spiga Creative Director Paola Venturi will be in Seattle Friday, April 15th at the Downtown Nordstrom to present the Spring 2011 collection. Paola Venturi brings nearly two decades of experience in contemporary fashion footwear design and creative brand direction to her role as Creative Director. As the architect of design and creative vision across all product categories, Paola delivers the quality and Italian design consumers have come to expect from Via Spiga. She came to Via Spiga in January 2009 from her post as Creative Director for Te Casan. Prior to that, she led creative design for women’s footwear under the Kate Spade label for six years, and developed and designed women’s and men’s shoe collections for Calvin Klein. She began her career with Sergio Rossi, where she discovered her passion for the shoe world.A Vogue style representative will also be on hand to share expert fashion advice and discuss trends featuring looks from the collection. The event will take place from 12-3pm. Call 206.628.2111 to RSVP.

Apr 4, 2011

Wine, Women & Shoes is taking place on Thursday, May 5th from 6-9pm at the Four Seasons Hotel. The reception-style event will feature a multi-designer marketplace showcasing the latest fashions in shoes, handbags, jewelry and accessories. There will be some informal modeling including three dresses from celebrity fashion designer Nick Verreos, formerly of Project Runway. Nick will also be hosting the event and conducting a “sassiest shoe” contest! “Red Carpet” interviews will be happening with Team Photogenic and will be broadcast on the SEEN and Team Photogenic websites. Event proceeds benefit the Seattle Children's Home. Click here for ticket information.

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Sydney Mintle is a fashion blogger based in Seattle. She began writing about the local shopping scene back in 2008 and has been sharing her love of indie designers and boutiques with readers all over the world ever since.